Quality Lab Technician

Job Description

• Setup, programing, adjustment and operation of laboratory equipment and instruments such as vision system, microscopes, metallograph, mounting press, balance scales, tension/compression force tester, salt spray cabinets, electronic torque drivers and other test equipment
• Tests materials/products for physical properties (hardness testing, metallurgical properties, etc.)
• Prepares and tests samples using metallographic techniques to assure manufactured products conform to specifications
• Uses Measurlink software (SPC charts, X‑Bar R charts, histograms, control limits, etc.)
• Has basic computer skills (Microsoft Excel, Word, Email, etc.)
• Records test results on standardized forms and enters data into applicable database
• Cleans and maintains laboratory equipment
• Maintains calibration on all measuring and test equipment used throughout the plant, including retaining certifications on file
• Orders supplies used for various tests
• Reviews, interprets and applies industry standards (ASTM, etc.) and/or customer specifications
• Understands first article, in‑process, final and receiving inspections and performs different levels of audits
• Uses hand tools for inspection such as calipers, micrometers, scales, conversion charts, etc.
• Uses comparators and vision systems (Keyence IM, TM‑X)
• Performs dock audits, extended stress testing, PPAP layouts
• Has knowledge of SPC data analysis
• Performs 5S responsibilities
• Prepares and presents quality audit reports to senior management
• Uses Rockwell hardness testers and has basic understanding of GD & T, blueprint reading, as well as ISO/TS16949 & ISO/IEC 17025 requirements
• Cross‑trains with department co‑workers to increase knowledge, flexibility and efficiency of the overall ITW team
• Maintains equipment with daily inspections
• Follows all rules, regulations and work processes set forth by the company
• May be assigned other duties for training, additional assistance or other reasons as necessary by management
• Is self‑accountable to create and maintain a safe working environment
• Competently performs all tasks with a focus on safety within a fast‑paced environment
• Contributes to team effort by focusing on continuous improvement and success for the entire team

• Associate degree (A.A.) or equivalent from a two‑year college or technical school, or a certification program for metallurgy, metallography, or metrology preferred
• High school diploma or equivalent
• 2–3 years in a manufacturing environment with quality assurance/control experience
• Ability to use calipers, micrometers, indicators, thickness gauges, thread gauges, optical comparators, vision measurement systems, torque testers, force testers, and Rockwell hardness testers
• ASQ certification preferred
• Experience operating a forklift
• Moderate to high computer knowledge
• Great organizational and time‑management abilities
• Attention to detail
• Effective professional communication with the public or any level of employees
• Ability to safely work in a fast‑paced environment
• Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals; ability to convert measurements between units preferred
• Ability to read and comprehend simple instructions, short correspondence, and memos; ability to write simple correspondence; ability to effectively present information in one‑on‑one and small‑group situations to customers, clients, and other employees
• Ability to work in a team environment or independently
• Ability to work overtime

• The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand, walk, use hands and fingers, handle or feel, talk or hear, and smell. The employee frequently is required to reach with hands and arms. The employee is occasionally required to sit, stoop, or crouch. The employee must regularly lift and/or move up to 45 pounds. Specific vision…